Need a little art room make-over? Yvette Ackerman is passionate about making her art room feel like home. By using warm, textural elements and a strategy for student inspiration, Yvette’s... Learn More

HOW TO TEACH VALUE If you’re looking for an easy approach to teaching kids art, there’s no better system than using the elements and principles of art. This is the... Learn More

Today on AME, I’m continuing with my series: The Draw, Paint, Sparkle Book Chat, where I read sections of my new book and give you extra insight to how my... Learn More

Create a stunning art display in your home or classroom with these colorful leaf silhouettes. Using simple supplies like black paper, tissue paper, scissors and a glue stick, kids as... Learn More

If you’re looking for an easy approach to teaching kids art, there’s no better system than using the elements and principles of art. This is the fifth tutorial in our... Learn More

Are you a relatively new art teacher who’s trying to figure it all out? Guest teacher, Tamara Evans shares her how she gets her students to help with prep and... Learn More

After a few years from conception to physical book, I was ready to give this sparkly baby a birthday party. Draw, Paint, Sparkle was published August 21st by Roost books... Learn More

Watch my Facebook Live Tutorial Here as I demonstrate how to teach this simple seal & seascape lesson for kids. This past summer I took advantage of having my niece,... Learn More

Do you have enough time to prep? Are you able to enjoy your job? When do you sit and breathe? I teach over 850 students at my school. There is... Learn More